Energy Performance Certificate
23, Torr Lane
PL3 5NY
PLYMOUTH
Current
C
70
Potential
B
82
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in PLYMOUTH, PL3 5NY. The property offers 145m² (1561 sq ft) of spacious living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (70/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (82/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £1048, comprising £783 for heating, £119 for hot water, and £146 for lighting. The property produces 4.5 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in June 2021 for £525,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 23, Torr Lane Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 70/100, this PLYMOUTH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £1048 are approximately £752 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. At 145m², this property is significantly larger than the average UK home (87m²).
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the PL3 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs PLYMOUTH
vs PL3
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 70/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £402/year more than the PLYMOUTH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 28 Jan 2016
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Property Information
Full Address
23, Torr Lane
PL3 5NY
PLYMOUTH
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
145.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
70 / 100
Potential: 82
CO₂ Emissions
4.5 tonnes/year
31 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
176 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
28 Jan 2016
marketed sale
About PLYMOUTH
PLYMOUTH is situated in Devon, South West. Properties in PLYMOUTH have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). The PL3 postcode district contains over 10200 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the PLYMOUTH area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£525,000
3 June 2021
Type: Semi-Detached
vs previous sale
£366,000
28 July 2016
Type: Semi-Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 43.4% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£783/yr
Save £89/yr
Hot Water
£119/yr
Lighting
14.0% low energy
£146/yr
Save £68/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 14% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Compton CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2021
Manadon Vale Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2019
Hyde Park Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Hyde Park Infants' School
PrimaryEggbuckland Community College
SecondaryLast inspected: Mar 2020
Devonport High School for Girls
SecondaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
St Boniface's RC College
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Widey Court Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
About school ratings: Ofsted ratings range from Outstanding to Inadequate. These ratings are based on inspections of teaching quality, leadership, pupil behavior, and safety. Note that school catchment areas vary - check with the school or local council for admission details.
Data source: School information from Get Information About Schools (GIAS). Distances are approximate. Always verify school catchment areas directly with the school or local education authority.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
What do these speeds mean? 10-30 Mbps: Good for browsing and streaming. 30-100 Mbps: Great for multiple users and HD streaming. 100-300 Mbps: Excellent for 4K streaming and gaming. 300+ Mbps: Perfect for large households and heavy internet use.
Data source: Broadband speeds are from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 report (July 2025 release). Data shows typical speeds available in this postcode area. Actual speeds at this specific property may vary depending on line quality, distance from exchange, and chosen provider. Always verify availability with providers before committing.
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Area Safety
The surrounding area (1-mile radius) experiences higher crime levels
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
128 incidents (47%)
Anti-social behaviour
26 incidents (9%)
Shoplifting
25 incidents (9%)
Criminal damage
24 incidents (9%)
Theft
20 incidents (7%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented. Learn more about EPCs or book an EPC assessment.
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Data Sources: This report contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Data from: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, and Police.uk crime statistics.